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📰 Six Related Fires $5K Reward, Damaging Winds in NE Ohio
Issue #108
In this Mentor Local Buzz Issue…
☁️ Mentor Weather - Clouds giving way to sun, windy - Temps 53-55
🔥 Six Fires in Three Cities Ruled Connected Arsons; $5,000 Reward
🌬️ Strong Winds Topple Trees and Cut Power in Northeast Ohio
📊 Mentor's Industrial Real Estate Market Tightens, Regional Stability
🏀 Donovan Mitchell Leads Cavaliers to Victory with 33 Against Pacers
👨👩👧👦 Special Section: Food or Family Fun Section: 🚗 Explore Ancient Caves and Family Fun at Olentangy Indian Caverns
🤔 Trivia Question
🥇 BEST IN MENTOR 2024 🥩 Who Has the Best Steak in Mentor?
🎉 Events and Entertainment
🤣 Something Funny
Clouds giving way to sun, windy - Temps 53-55
🔥 Six Fires in Three Cities Ruled Connected Arsons; $5,000 Reward Offered
Photo by SVP Studios on Unsplash
State authorities have determined that six recent fires in Richmond Heights, Willoughby Hills, and Beachwood, occurring between March 13 and March 24, were intentionally set and are related. These findings were released by the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal’s Fire and Explosion Investigation Bureau.
The series of arsons began with a fire in a vacant field on Loganberry Drive in Richmond Heights. Over the following ten days, five vehicles were also set ablaze across the three mentioned cities. Fortunately, there have been no reported injuries from these incidents.
Investigators are now calling on the public to assist by providing any photos or videos related to the fires, including footage from home security systems or doorbell cameras. The public is also encouraged to report any other fires under similar conditions that may have occurred during this period.
The investigation is a collaborative effort involving the State Fire Marshal, the sheriffs of Cuyahoga and Lake Counties, and local police and fire departments from the affected cities. To aid in the investigation, a reward of $5,000 is being offered for information leading to the arrest of those responsible. Tips can be directed to the State Fire Marshal’s tip line at 800-589-2728.
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🌬️ Strong Winds Topple Trees and Cut Power in Northeast Ohio
Credit: Paul Lazuka
On Friday, strong winds wreaked havoc across Northeast Ohio, causing extensive damage and power outages on Friday night. In Concord Township, one resident experienced a significant incident when a pine tree was blown down onto his swimming pool on Girdled Road around 7 p.m. The force of the wind was evident as it toppled numerous trees across various locations.
In Parma Heights, another pine tree succumbed to the wind, crashing onto a fence on Elsetta Avenue. The damage didn't spare urban areas either; Cleveland Heights and Lakewood saw multiple trees uprooted, affecting roads and properties. There are reports of widespread wind damage across the area.
FirstEnergy confirmed that the powerful gusts led to thousands of power outages, predominantly in Cuyahoga, Lorain, and Geauga counties. A Strong Wind Warning remained in effect for several counties including Ashtabula Lakeshore, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, and Lorain until midnight last night urging residents to stay alert.
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📊 Mentor's Industrial Real Estate Market Tightens, Reflecting Regional Stability
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The latest CoStar Industrial Market Report for the first quarter of 2024 provides a comprehensive overview of the industrial real estate sector across Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Portage, Medina, and Summit counties, encompassing roughly 450 million square feet of industrial space. The vacancy rate for the region remains stable at 3.6%, unchanged from the last quarter of 2023 but reflecting a slight increase of 0.5% from the same period in the previous year.
Focusing on Lake County, which houses around 40 million square feet across 1,348 buildings, Mentor stands out with 14 million square feet, representing 36% of the county's total industrial space. Lake County's industrial vacancy rate has seen a marginal decline to 2.3%, dropping by 0.3% since the fourth quarter of 2023 and by 0.1% from the first quarter of the previous year.
Mentor, in particular, has a vacancy rate of 1.5% across its 217 thousand square feet of industrial space, showing an improvement from 1.7% in the last quarter of 2023 and from 2.2% a year earlier.
Notable large available spaces include: 125,000 square feet at 7800 Tyler Blvd., 73,550 square feet at 8820 East Ave., and 51,470 square feet at 7455 Tyler Blvd.
Report Source was cityofmentor.com
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SEVERAL LOCAL GAMES WERE POSTPONED DUE TO THE WEATHER
🏀 Donovan Mitchell Leads Cavaliers to Victory with 33 Points Against Pacers
In an exhilarating Friday night game at their home court, the Cleveland Cavaliers clinched a victory against the Indiana Pacers with a final score of 129-120. Donovan Mitchell led the Cavaliers with a stellar performance, scoring 33 points along with contributing 5 assists and 4 steals. Jared Allen also made a significant impact by scoring 29 points and securing 13 rebounds.
The Cavaliers set the pace early, leading 70-59 at halftime. The Pacers fought back in the third quarter, reducing the lead to just three points, which brought an intense atmosphere to the game. Despite this challenge, the Cavaliers demonstrated resilience and closed the game strongly, ensuring a well-earned victory.
The Cavaliers have now won 2 in a row to improve their record to 48-33.
🚗 Explore Ancient Caves and Family Fun at Olentangy Indian Caverns
Explore the mesmerizing depths of the Olentangy Indian Caverns in Delaware, Ohio, where adventure meets history beneath the Earth's surface. These caverns, carved by an underground river, offer visitors a unique journey through their extensive maze of trails and expansive underground chambers.
Your adventure begins at the museum, where your family will discover the cavern's rich history and view artifacts from the Wyandot Indians. Equipped with a map, you'll descend a concrete stairway to the cavern's entrance and embark on a self-guided audio tour across three levels. This engaging 30-minute experience illuminates the cavern's fascinating geological and historical significance.
Beyond the underground exploration, the all-access pass includes several family-friendly activities. Guests can engage in a round of Native-American themed mini golf, unwind with a picnic, frolic on the playground, and enjoy a whimsical slide down a firetruck slide. A serene 1-mile walk through the surrounding woods further enhances the experience. For an additional cost, children can partake in gem mining and navigate a thrilling treasure hunt maze.
Located at 1779 Home Road, Delaware, OH 43015, the Olentangy Indian Caverns offer an unforgettable outing filled with both education and excitement.
Give the video above a watch as Dev the Michigander does a nice job showing you around.
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🥩 Who Has the Best Steak in Mentor?
Click here or on the image above to nominate your favorite restaurant for the best STEAK in Mentor as part of the Best in Mentor 2024. Place your vote by adding a comment on our Facebook post in the link. If you prefer, you can send us an email to: [email protected]
Winner to be announced NEXT WEEK so let your voice be heard!
Have an event to add? Let us know at [email protected]
April 13th (Saturday)
April 14th (Sunday)
Blackbrook Audubon Welcomes Returning Avian Migrants - Witness the Arrival of Migrating Birds - in Mentor - 7:30am (Sundays April 14, 21, 18 & May 12 & 19) - INFO
April 15th (Monday)
“The Chosen” Season 4: Episodes 1-4 - Come and join us on Monday nights April 15, 22, 29, & May 6 @ 7pm. Popcorn is available! Hope Ridge UM Church 9870 Johnnycake Ridge Rd. Mentor. These episodes have been exclusively released to churches.
Broadmoor Bobcats vs. Area Coaches @ Mentor High School - Doors open at 6pm - Game time at 7pm - FREE EVENT. Donations (food or monetary) accepted - INFO
April 16th (Tuesday)
Boy Bands & Girl Groups Themed Trivia Night @ The Hooley Pub & Kitchen in Mentor @ 7pm - INFO
April 18-20th (Thursday - Saturday)
Original Sewing & Quilting Expo - IX Center Cleveland - INFO
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